The New England Patriots are 4-2 on the season and sit in first place going into Week 7.
Despite losing running back Antonio Gibson for the season due to a torn ACL, the Patriots are reportedly content with their current running back situation.
Teams I've talked to, who I know are trying to move their running backs, have not received calls from New England… I think they would have been ahead on this
According to Dianna Russini of The Athletic, this decision indicates the team's trust in their current players, including TreVeyon Henderson.
The Patriots' inactivity in the trade market for a new tailback suggests they are holding steady at the RB position for the time being, with the trade deadline on Nov. 4.
Author's summary: Patriots trust Henderson amidst trade deadline.